The relationship between Body Mass Index and dental anxiety among pediatric patients in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional study

The relationship between Body Mass Index and dental anxiety among pediatric patients in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional study

Abstract Background Studies suggested a relationship between anxiety and Body Mass Index (BMI). However, dental anxiety and BMI was not previously investigated. This cross-sectional study aimed to assess the impact of BMI levels on dental anxiety and behavior among pediatric patients. Methods Childr...

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Main Authors: Narmin Helal, Lama Yaseen Faran, Rana Abdullah Dashash, Jihan Turkistani, Hind Youssuf Tallab, Fawziah Musaad Aldosari, Somaya Ismail Alhafi, Heba Jafar Sabbagh
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-04-01
Series:BMC Oral Health
Subjects:
Anxiety children
Behavior
Body mass index
BMI
Dental
Overweight
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12903-025-05813-w
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